Palomar
📍 California , Riverside County · Nearest city: Aguanga (15 km)
22 XC score / 100 · takeoff at 933 m · 📍 View on map
Coordinates and external links
33.33500, -116.95500Forecast next days
Updated: 2026-04-21 02:16 UTC · Source: Open-Meteo · Thermal window 10:00–18:00 local time
Not recommended for flying, cloud base ~1022 m, strong wind (25 km/h).
base ~1022m · wind 25 km/hNot recommended for flying, cloud base ~1184 m, wind 19 km/h.
base ~1184m · wind 19 km/hNot recommended for flying, cloud base ~1431 m, wind 18 km/h.
base ~1431m · wind 18 km/hComposite flyability score (CAPE + LI + wind + precip + low clouds). Cross-check with local pilots before flying.
🌬 Daily wind (next days)
Daily summary (10m wind). Full hour × altitude chart is being added progressively.
Takeoff orientations
Green = good orientation · Yellow = possible · Gray = not suitable
Why this site has thermal potential
| Factor | Value | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|
| Hotspot density (5 km) | 0 | Low |
| Avg thermal probability | 0.00 | Based on thousands of aggregated IGC flights |
| Solar orientation | 0.70 | Slope faces south in northern hemisphere |
| Own flight history | 0.00 | Thermals detected in platform IGC tracks |
Takeoff description
Palomar is one of San Diego's best mountain sites due to the micro climate which exists in the valley. SDHGPA membership required for Launch and LZ Gate access All Palomar launches and LZs are on private property. SDHGPA has only recently been given permission by the Pala Tribal Council to access the primary launch and landing areas after a lengthy site closure. Because of this and other Landowner agreements, site protocol is critical to the continued use of the site. http://www.sdhgpa.com/palomar.html
Rules and notes
There are significant restrictions which you must be briefed on! Please DO NOT jeopardize the site by violating the agreed upon protocols. Current USHPA and SDHGPA membership required. Always check for updates before flying as this info changes frequently: http://www.sdhgpa.com/palomar.html
Pilot comments
Only land in Designated LZs and check for frequent updates on the Site Guide.
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